Tesla Granted Only 10 Robotaxi Permits in Nevada Despite Applying for 5,000, Facing Strict Speed and Location Limits
Summary
Tesla receives just 10 robotaxi permits in Nevada after applying for 5,000, with strict rules limiting vehicles to 45 mph on the Las Vegas Strip under human supervision — raising serious doubts about the company's ambitious autonomous ride-hailing timeline as full-scale deployment isn't expected until late 2026 or early 2027.
Key Points
- Tesla receives approval for only 10 robotaxis in Clark County, Nevada, despite applying for a permit to deploy up to 5,000 vehicles.
- The Nevada Transportation Authority imposes strict restrictions, including a 45 mph speed cap, confinement to the Las Vegas Strip corridor, a ban on airport pickups, and a requirement for human supervision.
- Industry experts warn that the robotaxi rollout is moving far slower than markets anticipate, with Tesla not planning to scale its fleet until its next-generation FSD v15 software launches in late 2026 or early 2027.